Surgical Technologist II OR PRN - Peri-Op Float Pool
Location: Nashville, TN
Time Type: Part time
Posted On: Posted Yesterday
Job Requisition ID: R-28233
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Organization: Peri-Op Float Pool
Job Summary:
The Surgical Technologist II PRN facilitates patient care by assisting physicians/nursing staff before, during, and after surgical procedures by maintaining a sterile field and providing instruments and supplies required by the surgeons. Competence in most cases in a given service/shift is expected. Active NBSTSA or NCCT certification is required at the time of hire.
Position Qualifications:
- Required: Graduate of an approved specific discipline OR successful completion of a surgical technologist training program during service in the armed forces.
- Required: Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Required: Certification from one of the following issuers:
- NBSTSA CST – National Board of Surgical Technologist and Surgical Assistants, Certified Surgical Technologist.
- NCCT – TSC – National Center for Competency Testing, Tech In Surgery.
- Exceptions: If a graduate of a surgical technologist armed forces training program, no certification is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitates patient care by assisting the surgeon before, during, and after surgical procedures.
- Plans, sets up, performs, and cleans up the assigned surgical procedure as a circulator and scrub tech.
- Performs sharp, sponge, and instrument counts according to policy.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and applies the Principles of Asepsis in creating and maintaining the sterile field.
- Additional duties may be assigned.
Core Accountabilities:
- Organizational Impact: Performs routine tasks that may impact team performance with occasional guidance.
- Problem Solving: Utilizes discretion to solve routine problems.
- Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards and processes that apply to your job.
- Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry-level co-workers.
Core Capabilities:
- Supporting Colleagues: Develops self and others; builds and maintains relationships.
- Communicates Effectively: Shares information clearly and courteously.
- Delivers Excellent Services: Serves others with compassion and solves complex problems.
- Ensuring High Quality: Performs excellent work and fulfills safety requirements.
- Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates accountability and makes data-driven decisions.
- Fostering Innovation: Generates new ideas and adapts to change.
Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive.
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